New operating hours for Caritas Food Pantry
Press Release
Caritas of Waco Food Pantry, 300 South 15th St., moved back to a Monday-Friday schedule starting Tuesday, May 26. Caritas will distribute food using a “drive-through” system 8:30-11 a.m. and 1-2 p.m.
Caritas staff, using social distancing methods, will come to each vehicle, will register occupants to receive food and will then place food items in the car trunk or truck bed. Recipients must empty their trunks and/or truck beds prior to coming to Caritas.
Because the food distribution is outdoors, it may be suspended during periods of rain and/or extreme heat. Individuals are encouraged to call Caritas at 254-753-4593 before coming if the weather conditions appear to make food distribution questionable.
“Hidden Treasures” Bosque, 3912 Bosque Blvd., (254-753-0125) in Waco will be open for customers 1-6 p.m. Monday- Friday and 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Saturday. “Hidden Treasures” Bellmead (254-799-0777), 3016 Bellmead Dr., will have operating hours of 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Saturday. Both stores will continue to limit the number of customers in the store at one time. Caritas asks that all customers practice social distancing and wear a face mask. Donations of clothing and household goods will not be accepted, and donation pick-ups will not be scheduled until further notice.
For more information on Caritas of Waco or how you can support its community efforts, please visit www.caritas-waco.org or call 254-753-4593.